Donate nowThe International Union of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (IUBMB) has established the Programme for Relocation Support for Displaced Trainees to assist members of the molecular life sciences community whose doctoral or postdoctoral training has been severely disrupted by armed conflict, violence, or natural disasters, resulting in the loss of infrastructure and research resources, that prevents or slows down their training.
This programme provides financial support of up to USD 2,500 to facilitate the relocation of affected trainees to a suitable host laboratory where their research training can be continued. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and decisions on their suitability will be made as soon as they are received. Funding decisions will be communicated within one week.
Allowable expenses include:
- The most economical airfare available
- Incidental travel costs directly related to the relocation (e.g., local transportation to and from airports)
- A one-night stay in an airport hotel, if appropriately justified
Displaced trainees are also eligible to apply for the IUBMB Wood-Whelan Research Fellowships, which provide support for research visits of up to four months in a host laboratory outside the country of residence. While the standard application deadlines for these fellowships are March 15 and September 15, exceptions will be granted in cases of displaced applicants.
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